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菁寮農村【自己村落．自己救】【無米．樂園】公民記者，社企社規師黃永全執行長，自費自主性企劃執行行銷菁寮【無米．樂園】社區營造 ，農村再生，文化觀光，社會企業經營模式以達菁寮無米樂農村社區經濟發展永續經營。

Welcome to WUMILE, Jingliao

WUMILE （無米樂） —— “無米也要快樂”。農民要怎麼尋找快樂呢？就是通過各種非耕田的活動。由黃永全先生策劃與發展的菁寮小村，創造了一個位於後壁區的小稻米村。此村的主要經濟活動就是耕田，同時也包括了其他小生意，例如： 菜市場，小食攤以及日常生活公用事業。

WUMILE （無米樂）—— translates into "to find happiness when the harvest is low". How? By venturing into other non-paddy related activities. Thus the development of this eco-friendly paradise by Mr. Huang (黄永全), the community planner and developer of JingLiao (菁寮) and this little paddy field area in Houbi (後壁) district. Originally a paddy field, this small town relies on the harvest of rice as its main source of income, with some other small supporting local businesses such as market, food and utilities.

The paddy planting experience area (1)

The paddy planting experience area (2)

無米樂的宗旨就是身為一個社會企業，希望能夠推廣以及鼓勵更多的遊客到菁寮這一帶體驗台南的美妙與自然。除此自外，無米樂也正在保存著傳統的稻田生活，為當地人創造更多的就業機會。新一代的菁寮青年都往城市去了，導致傳統的農田生活漸漸消失。黃先生為了要確保當地的特色不會失傳，投資了大约10，000，000新台幣建立一間民宿，同時也為了讓旅客有更良好的體驗，更新了當地的建築與道路工程。

The objective and mission of this WUMILE project, a social entrepreneurship initiative, is to spread awareness and encourage more tourists (mostly Taiwanese) to visit the beautiful side of Tainan. Also, he strives to maintain the welfare of the traditional paddy field community by providing more sources of income as there has been an outflow of the younger generation into urban areas for the past few decades. Mr. Huang has invested around NTD10,000,000 to build a farmstay hotel, improve the infrastructure and ultimately provide a wholesome overall experience for tourists.

The cosy Bed & Breakfast (1)

The cosy Bed & Breakfast (2)

無米樂為遊客提供一個特殊的體會，內包括了天主教堂，菁寮黃家古厝，荷蘭井以及各種不同的古典建築物。遊客們也能體會到當地的美食（著名的割稻飯）以及各式各樣的手製土產。身為一家社會企業，無米樂所獲得的盈利都會為當地的環境再更新以及美化。因此，遊客們不但可以在菁寮有個美好時光，同時也可以為當地的社區貢獻。

WUMILE provides a wholesome experience to visitors from visits to local tourist spots such as the Catholic church, Huang Mansion, 300 year-old Dutch well and old buildings around the town to experiencing the local farmer's delicacies (famous Hero's meal) and hand-made products, all made by the local community with a sincere heart. Every penny spent in the WUMILE area is funded back into the community by further improvements into the infrastructure and roadworks. Hence, tourists who visit WUMILE are not only able to have a good time and wholesome agriculture experience, but also contribute to the local paddy field community at the same time.

Tourists enjoying outside the Catholic church

The highly recommended Hero's meal (割稻饭) A must try!

WUMILE 的另一個特點就是傳統的嫁妝一牛車。這是很久以前社區在舉行婚禮的方式，新婚們都會做在小車子上讓耕田的牛帶他們繞一圈。遊客們可以品嚐當是婚禮的滋味，是那麼的特別與歡樂。

Also, there is the traditional Jingliao wedding ceremony by using a cow （牛嫁妝 — 嫁妝一牛車）. No kidding, it is a live and kicking cow. The farmer's cow is used to carry a small cart, where the bride and bridegroom will be seated on top of the cart. Family, friends and relatives surround the cart and walk together, singing cheerful songs and traditional tunes of the village. While no actual celebration takes place everyday, tourists get the chance to play the role of the bride, bridegroom and other members of the ceremony.

The Traditional Jingliao Wedding Ceromony

鹽水蜂炮——趁元宵節的到來，我們到了離開無米樂十分鐘車程的鹽水體會了不一樣的慶典。這獨一無二的慶典讓我大開眼界，令我又可怕又刺激，真的是另一境界的活動。參加鹽水蜂炮的人士都帶著一頂安全帽，身穿著厚厚的外套，主要是為了在被蜂炮射到的期間不受任何重傷。

Besides that, we were also fortunate to be able to experience the celebration of Yanshui Beehive Fireworks Festival, in conjunction with the last day of Chinese New Year, in YanShui (鹽水). The beehive fireworks (蜂炮) were thrilling and blazingly loud (although it was pretty dangerous to even be there) as fireworks are shot into every direction, just like how bees fly out from their nest when under threat. Visitors are advised to put on a helmet and thick jackets to prevent any sort of injuries. It's considered lucky to be struck by a rocket at the festival. Many tourist visit Tainan just to experience this unique festival and it is one of the world's most dangerous celebrations.

Get up-close with the fireworks in Yanshui 

Unleash the beehive fireworks...

我在無米樂的經驗真是非常豐富。只有來到這里以後，我才能對別人說我脫離了現代世界，來到了一個歷史古蹟豐厚的小村莊。我建議遊客們都來個兩天一夜的完整體驗，從中回味古老的生活方式。由於旅遊景點之間的距離都很接近，一個半天遊也是一個明智的選擇。

Overall, the WUMILE experience has been enriching and fulfilling. Not many can say that they have entirely disconnect from the corporate world until they arrive at WUMILE. The elderly, old buildings, traditional landmarks will bring you back to nature and away from the hassle in the city. I highly recommend a 2 day 1 night stay here if you are visiting Tainan for the first time. A half-a-day trip option is also possible as the tourist areas are situated close to one another. See you at WUMILE ! 

*Special thanks to AIESEC at NCKU & AIESEC Sunway for making this volunteering project possible.

*Special thanks to Mr.Huang and the workers for their excellent hospitality and care during my stay at WUMILE.

Interview and tour with RTM X Tainan——南朋友，旅朋友